Regulatory

Several veterinarians voice their opinions on the new dosing rules

APHIS told that current system is ineffective, recommends turning it over to DVMs

Austin, Texas -- The debate over who can perform equine teeth-floating procedures surfaced again in Texas.

Calls to repeal the bill came just days after the ballot issue.

Both associations argue that better enforcement is the answer.

Veterinarin Kurt Schrader?s (D-Ore.) re-election bid is just too close to call according to the Congressional Quarterly.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says a boxed label warning of potential adverse events in cats has been added to two Metacam products.

New EPA rules would affect all health facilities, including veterinary practices.

Oklahoma City, Okla. ? The Oklahoma State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners made a plea to area pet owners to send in rabies vaccination certificates from an animal rescue group it believes broke state law.

Opening day at Saratoga Race Course in New York on July 23 marked the end of the track's backstretch security barn, which had been in place since 2005.

Proposed California legislation to regulate pet insurance just isn't necessary, says California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger.

When it comes to purchasing veterinary drugs online, buyer beware, FDA says.

New law puts certification and fees in the hands of the state's veterinary board.

The U.S. House approves a new grants program to increase access to veterinary care in under-served areas.

Calif. Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger is introducing a sales tax that would include veterinary services.

Construction will begin this fall on the $150 million DHS National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF).

Secaucus, N.J. -- Hartz Mountain Corp. is recalling a dog treat due to concerns over the risk of Salmonella contamination.

Franck's Pharmacy resumed its veterinary compounding practice after a federal judge refused to order a temporary ban.

Kansas City -- Of all the regulatory issues veterinarians face, the use and storage of controlled substances can be the most contentious.

Lausanne, Switzerland -- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs have their place in equine sports, according to representatives from U.S. sport horse organizations at a recent Congress on the topic.

A new mandatory food animal identification program is the subject of public meetings in August.

Rockville, Md. - The Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) proposal to phase out antibiotic use in food animals unless there is medical necessity drew comments from interested veterinary groups.

National Report - Since it's 2008 ban, America has exported the job of equine slaughter to its neighbors to the north and south - Canada and Mexico, both of which have cited increases in slaughter rates over the last three years.

Salmonella fears trigger recall of some 22 veterinary formulations

The AVMA HOD votes on three resolutions concerning antimicrobial use.

Atlanta?Veterinarians should be involved in the 'decision-making process' when it comes to the use of antibiotics in animals.

Schaumburg, Ill. -- Two new task forces were created by the American Veterinary Medical Association's (AVMA) Executive Board at its June meeting.

Trenton, N.J. -- New Jersey Governor Chris Christie vetoed a bill that would allow veterinarians to substitute volunteer veterinary services for continuing education credits.